19th century, suspended by a chain from an ornately carved wooden frame consisting of pierced scrolled and foliate designs, the whole resting on lion's head feet. The gong's face is emblazoned with a large painted character.

41 x 22.5 x 11 in.

Private deceased estate collection, Chapel Hill, NC.

All elements have a dark natural patina; several chips to the frame and a split on one foot; (2) old repairs made with screws.

$200 - 400